Construction Services in Austin TX
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Ace Construction Texas is based in Austin, TX. It has been providing excavating contractor services, concrete, site preparation, land clearing, drainage, and retaining wall services to residential and commercial clients across the Austin metro since 2010. With over 16 years and more than 1,000 completed projects, we have built a track record of reliable work throughout the city. We are fully insured on every project and work with third-party permit partners for projects requiring permits from Austin Development Services or Travis County.
Austin’s terrain and regulatory environment vary more than most Texas metros. The eastern portions of the city run on clay-heavy soil with relatively flat grades. Moving west toward the hill country suburbs, the terrain shifts to caliche and limestone bedrock with significant elevation changes. Central Austin’s established neighborhoods carry heritage tree ordinances, impervious cover limits, and HOA restrictions that add complexity to projects that would be straightforward elsewhere. We have worked on all of it for 16 years, and our estimates reflect the actual conditions at each property.
Why Local Experience Matters in Austin
Austin Development Services manages permits for most construction work within city limits, including new concrete coverage, grading that changes drainage patterns, and tree removal above heritage tree thresholds. Watershed protection zones near Barton Creek, Bull Creek, and the Colorado River tributaries add additional regulatory review on many properties across Austin. We work with permit partners who know this process and manage the application and coordination so our clients do not have to navigate it independently.
Austin’s impervious cover limits are among the most restrictive in Texas. Properties in the Barton Springs contributing zone face tight limits on how much concrete or paving can be added to a lot. We confirm impervious cover status before estimating any project that involves new concrete or coverage on Austin properties, so homeowners are not surprised by permit limitations after a site visit has already been scheduled.
South Austin
South Austin is one of our primary service zones and a GBP heat map weak zone that we specifically target. Properties south of Ben White Boulevard, in neighborhoods including Travis Heights, Bouldin Creek, Zilker, South Congress, and the 78745 and 78748 zip codes, tend to have clay-heavy soil and drainage challenges on many lots. Drainage corrections, concrete driveway replacement, and site prep for residential additions are the most common construction scopes in this part of the city.
South Austin’s established neighborhoods have a mature tree canopy, creating heritage tree considerations on many lots. Live oaks, pecans, and cedar elms in the 78704 and 78745 zip codes frequently affect where concrete can be placed and where grading work can occur on a residential property. We assess tree proximity before estimating any concrete or excavation scope in South Austin and confirm permit requirements with the City of Austin for projects near protected trees.
East Austin
East Austin is home to some of the fastest-developing residential areas in the metro. Neighborhoods including Mueller, Cherrywood, Holly, Govalle, and the 78721 and 78702 corridors have seen significant infill construction, and we work frequently on residential lot clearing, concrete driveway installation, building pad preparation, and site preparation for additions and new builds in these areas. East Austin soil tends toward clay loam in the flatter sections east of US-183, which is workable but requires proper compaction to perform well under new concrete flatwork.
Infill development in East Austin creates specific permit challenges. Many East Austin properties have limited impervious cover remaining under current zoning, and adding a driveway or patio requires confirming how much additional coverage the lot can accommodate before the permit is filed. We check the availability of impervious cover before estimating any concrete project in East Austin, so homeowners are not surprised by permit limitations after an initial conversation.
North Austin
Site preparation for residential additions, concrete flatwork, drainage corrections, and excavation work are common scopes across North Austin’s established neighborhoods, including Hyde Park, Crestview, North Loop, and Brentwood. In the far north, communities in the 78660 and 78753 corridors have clay-heavy soil, with caliche occurring at shallower depths than in central Austin, which affects excavation and trenching timelines on those properties.
North Austin’s proximity to the Travis-Williamson County boundary creates variation in permit jurisdiction for properties in the northernmost zip codes. We confirm whether a project falls under Austin Development Services, Travis County, or Williamson County Development Services before estimating, so the permit process is planned correctly from the start, and no delays come from filing with the wrong authority.
Central and West Austin
Central Austin neighborhoods, including Tarrytown, Bryker Woods, Rosedale, and Barton Hills, carry some of the most complex regulatory environments in the city. Heritage tree ordinances, impervious cover restrictions in watershed zones, and HOA review processes that vary by neighborhood all add layers to construction projects here. West Austin extends into Westlake Hills and Rollingwood, where hill-country terrain creates steep slopes on many residential lots. Retaining walls and integrated drainage systems are frequent scopes on these properties.
Properties in the Barton Springs contributing zone in Central and Southwest Austin face the most restrictive impervious cover rules in the metro. Any new concrete addition on these lots must be confirmed against the remaining allowable coverage before a permit application is filed. We handle this confirmation step as part of the pre-estimate process on every Central Austin project that involves new concrete, paving, or structural coverage additions.
Austin Permits and Tree Preservation
Austin’s tree preservation ordinance requires permits for the removal of heritage trees, which are those with trunk diameters of 19 inches or greater at 4.5 feet above grade for most species. Cedar elm, Arizona walnut, and bald cypress have a higher threshold of 24 inches. Removing a heritage tree without a permit can result in fines and mandatory replacement planting requirements. We confirm the status of trees before any land clearing or excavation work begins near them on Austin properties.
Austin Development Services manages permits for new impervious cover, grading that alters drainage patterns, and demolition. Austin Watershed Protection Department reviews projects near creek buffers, floodplains, and the Barton Springs zone. For commercial projects and new construction, additional environmental review may apply. We coordinate all permit tracks through our permit partners and manage the sequencing, so projects do not stall on paperwork or miss a required review step.
Construction Services We Provide in Austin, TX
Ace Construction Texas handles the full construction scope across Austin. Our concrete work covers concrete patios, slabs, sidewalks, and driveways for residential homeowners and commercial properties. Our excavation scope covers foundation excavation, utility trenching, dirt work, and building pad construction for new builds and residential additions. French drain installation, surface drain systems, and retaining wall construction address drainage and erosion control on Austin properties with moisture problems or sloped terrain.
We serve residential homeowners, general contractors, and commercial developers throughout Austin. Our crew is fully insured on all project types and sizes, and we provide certificates of insurance before any work begins. For commercial projects, we coordinate with the general contractor’s schedule and other site trades to meet sequencing requirements. For residential projects, we communicate the scope and schedule clearly so homeowners know exactly what to expect before equipment arrives.
Get a Construction Estimate in Austin, TX
If you have an excavation, concrete, drainage, site preparation, or land clearing project coming up in Austin, request an estimate, and we will walk the property with you. We assess existing conditions, confirm permit and HOA requirements, and provide a written estimate before any work begins. We can also be reached directly at 512-265-1198.
Frequently Asked Questions
What construction services does Ace Construction Texas provide in Austin?
Ace Construction Texas provides excavation, site preparation, concrete driveways, concrete patios, concrete slabs, concrete sidewalks, land clearing, retaining walls, French drain installation, drainage systems, utility trenching, dirt work, and building pad construction for residential and commercial projects throughout Austin, TX.
What Austin neighborhoods do you serve?
We serve all Austin neighborhoods including South Austin (Travis Heights, Zilker, Bouldin Creek, 78745, 78748), East Austin (Mueller, Cherrywood, Holly, Govalle, 78702, 78721), North Austin (Hyde Park, Crestview, North Loop, Brentwood), Central Austin (Tarrytown, Bryker Woods, Rosedale, Barton Hills), West Austin (Westlake Hills, Rollingwood), and Downtown Austin.
Do you handle permit applications for construction work in Austin?
We work with trusted third-party permit partners who manage the permit application and coordination process for projects requiring permits from Austin Development Services, Travis County, or the Austin Watershed Protection Department. Our clients do not have to navigate the permitting process independently.
What is Austin's heritage tree ordinance, and how does it affect my project?
Austin requires permits for the removal of heritage trees with trunks 19 inches or more in diameter, measured 4.5 feet above grade for most species, and 24 inches for cedar elm, Arizona walnut, and bald cypress. Removing a heritage tree without a permit can result in fines and the requirement to replace the tree. We confirm the status of trees before any clearing or excavation work begins near trees on Austin properties.
How do Austin's impervious cover rules affect concrete projects?
Austin limits how much of a lot can be covered by concrete, pavement, or buildings. Properties in the Barton Springs contributing zone face the most restrictive limits in the metro. Before estimating any concrete project that adds new coverage in Austin, we confirm how much impervious cover the lot can still accept under its current zoning classification to ensure the project is permitted.
What makes Austin soil different from other Texas cities?
Austin has two significant soil conditions that most other Texas metros do not share in the same combination. Expansive clay soil in the eastern and central metro areas shrinks when dry and swells when wet, which means that concrete and foundation work require properly compacted base material to prevent seasonal movement. Caliche and limestone in the western and hill country parts of the city resist standard excavation equipment and require hydraulic breaking at depth.
Is Ace Construction Texas insured for work in Austin?
Yes. Ace Construction Texas is fully insured on all projects throughout Austin. We provide certificates of insurance to homeowners, HOAs, and general contractors upon request before any work begins.
How do I get a construction estimate in Austin?
Call 512-265-1198 or use our contact page to schedule a site visit. We walk the property, assess existing conditions, confirm permit and HOA requirements, and provide a written estimate before any work begins.